Macy’s Celebrates the 100th Birthday of Romare Bearden February 8, 2012

Macy’s and the Romare Bearden foundation invite you to a special evening to celebrate the 100th Birthday of one of America’s foremost 20th Century American Artists.

Preview a satellite exhibit of Romare Bearden’s artwork. View watercolors, prints, oil on paper and dramatic black and white Photostats that date from 1964 to 1984 when Romare Bearden was at the peak of his artistic power. In addition to works on loan from the Foundation are new works by artists inspired and influenced by Bearden’s life and legacy.

During the reception a new generation of jazz musicians will perform Bearden’s music which has been previously recorded by Branford Marsalis, Tito Puente and Billy Eckstine.

Atlanta February 9th, 2012 6PM

Macy’s Lenox Square

3393 Peachtree Road NE

Atlanta, GA

Plus, with any purchase of $50 of more, you will receive a complimentary scarf printed with Romare Bearden’s most revered work, The Lamp.

Please RSVP at www.macys.com/events to attend the reception.